ASELSAN Internship Application and Program
An ASELSAN internship application is made mainly online through the company’s careers portal, where a student uploads a CV and transcript and applies to the postings opened for a given internship period. Alongside seasonal internships for engineering and technical students, ASELSAN also runs broader tracks such as Candidate Engineering, which begins during studies and allows a transition to full-time work after graduation. Applications usually open ahead of the internship period, in spring for summer placements, with quotas set by department and project. Below we cover how to apply, which programs exist and how the process unfolds.
How to apply for an ASELSAN internship
The main channel is the company’s official careers platform. After registering and building a profile, the candidate attaches a current CV and student certificate or transcript and applies to open internship postings. It is important to state the department, year, area of interest and internship period correctly. For students doing a mandatory internship, the internship and insurance documents from their school are part of the process.
Evaluation is based on academic standing, fit with the relevant project area and available quotas. Suitable candidates are contacted; some programs may include a short interview or assessment step.
Which programs are available?
ASELSAN’s opportunities for students are not limited to a single internship type. The main options are:
- Seasonal internship: The classic model, usually in summer, covering both mandatory and voluntary internships.
- Candidate Engineering program: A longer track where students work at the company a few days per week (typically two to three), receive mentoring and can move into full-time employment after graduation.
- Talent programs: Development-focused programs for students and new graduates in specific fields.
Which majors are accepted?
As a defence electronics company, ASELSAN’s internship quotas lean heavily toward engineering and technical fields. The table below summarises the leading departments and program types.
| Field | Example majors | Suitable program |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics/Comms | Electrical-Electronics, Communications Eng. | Seasonal, Candidate Engineering |
| Software/IT | Software, Computer Eng. | Seasonal, Candidate Engineering |
| Mechanical/Mechatronics | Mechanical, Mechatronics Eng. | Seasonal |
| Industrial | Industrial Eng. | Seasonal |
| Vocational | Related technical programs | Mandatory internship |
How the process works
The general flow is online application, pre-assessment, contact with suitable candidates and the start of the internship or program. Interns typically support real projects in the relevant units alongside a manager or mentor. In tracks like Candidate Engineering, a weekly working rhythm is set that balances work and studies, and a performance-based transition to full-time employment is considered at graduation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do you apply for an ASELSAN internship?
Applications are made mainly online through ASELSAN’s official careers platform, where the candidate uploads a CV and transcript and applies to open postings.
When do applications open?
Applications usually open ahead of the internship period; spring is a typical window for summer placements. Dates vary year to year, so watch the postings.
Is Candidate Engineering different from an internship?
Yes. Candidate Engineering is a longer track where the student works a few days per week, receives mentoring and can transition to full-time employment after graduation.
Which majors are suitable?
Mainly Electrical-Electronics, Software/Computer, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial and Communications engineering, plus related technical programs.
Sources
- ASELSAN Careers pages — internship and Candidate Engineering program information (accessed July 2026).
- ASELSAN human resources program descriptions (for student opportunities).
